We are excited to welcome you to Verto. You’re one step away from efficient and seamless cross border transactions for your business!
We understand that onboarding can sometimes seem a bit daunting; but don't worry, we're here to make it as smooth as possible. To help you get started, we've put together a checklist of the documents we'll need from you.
Please be aware that every application is unique, and Verto may require further documentation that is not listed below.
Select a country to see the country documentation requirements.
Once you're ready, click here to begin onboarding!
Nigeria
Nigeria
Limited Companies
Limited Companies
Business Information:
Your Certificate of Incorporation issued by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). Please make sure it’s in PDF format.
Memorandum of Association from CAC. Please provide a document detailing the ownership of the business as a percentage/number of shares by natural persons.
Proof of business operation: recent company bank statement in PDF format, dated within the last 3 months, and showing business transactions or a copy of you audited Financials.
Proof of business operating address. This can be either of the following:
A business bank statement or Utility Bill issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and contain the company name and address.
A valid lease agreement
For shareholders who directly or indirectly own or control 25% or more of the business, please provide the following. (If no individual meets this threshold, please provide these documents for at least two company directors):
Identification:
Identification documents. This should be in JPEG/PNG/JPG format and can be either of the following:
A valid passport.
Government ID.
Proof of residential address. This can be either of the following:
A personal bank statement issued or utility bill issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and must contain the shareholder’s name and physical address.
A valid drivers licence.
A valid voter card.
NIN slip.
Supporting Documentation:
Depending on your application, we may also require some supporting documentation such as:
Source of funds (if applicable)
Supplier invoices (if applicable)
Shipping records (if applicable)
License documents (if applicable)
AML policy (if applicable)
Sole Traders or Sole Proprietors
Sole Traders or Sole Proprietors
Business Information:
Your Certificate of Registration issued by the Corporate Affairs Commission. Please make sure it’s in PDF format.
The Status Report/ New Business Name form that proves ownership of your sole proprietorship.
Proof of business operation: recent company bank statement in PDF format, dated within the last 3 months, and showing business transactions.
Proof of business address. This can be either of the following:
A business bank statement or utility bill issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and contain the company name and address.
A valid lease agreement.
Identification:
Identification documents. This should be in JPEG/PNG/JPG format and can be either of the following:
A valid passport
Government issued ID
Proof of residential address. This should be in PDF format and can be either of the following:
A personal bank statement issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and must contain name and physical address.
A valid drivers licence.
A valid voter card.
NIN slip
Supporting Documentation:
Depending on your application, we may also require some supporting documentation such as:
Source of funds (if applicable)
Supplier invoices (if applicable)
Shipping records (if applicable)
License documents (if applicable)
AML policy (if applicable)
Kenya
Kenya
Limited Companies
Limited Companies
Business Information:
Your Certificate of Incorporation issued by the Kenyan Registrar of Companies. Please make sure it’s in PDF format.
The Shareholding structure (CR12).
A KRA pin in PDF format (this must contain the business name and address).
Proof of business operation: recent company bank statement in PDF format, dated within the last 3 months, and showing business transactions or a copy of your audited Financials.
Proof of business operating address. This can be either of the following:
A valid lease agreement
A utility bill such as an internet bill.
For shareholders who directly or indirectly own or control 25% or more of the business please provide the following. (If no individual meets this threshold, please provide these documents for at least two company directors):
Identification:
Identification documents. This should be in JPEG/PNG/JPG format and can be either of the following:
A valid passport.
National ID.
Driving licence.
Proof of residential address. This can be either of the following:
A personal KRA PIN certificate (must contain name and address)
A personal bank statement issued in the last 3 months (must contain name and physical address).
A utility bill such as an internet bill issued in the last 3 months (must contain name and physical address)
A combination of a Kenyan Revenue Authority (KRA) Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC) AND proof of a local bank account (e.g., a recent statement or confirmation letter from a Kenyan bank).
Supporting Documentation:
Depending on your application, we may also require some supporting documentation such as:
Source of funds (if applicable)
Supplier invoices (if applicable)
Shipping records (if applicable)
License documents (if applicable)
AML policy (if applicable)
Sole Traders or Sole Proprietors
Sole Traders or Sole Proprietors
Business Information:
Your Certificate of Registration issued by the Kenyan Registrar of Companies. Please make sure it’s in PDF format.
Proof of business operation: recent company bank statement in PDF format, dated within the last 3 months, and showing business transactions or a copy of your audited Financials.
Proof of business operating address. This can be either of the following:
A KRA pin in PDF format (this must contain the business name and address).
A valid city county business permit
A valid lease agreement
A utility bill such as an internet bill.
Identification:
Identification documents. This should be in JPEG/PNG/JPG format and can be either of the following:
A valid passport.
National ID.
Driving licence.
Proof of residential address. This should be in PDF format and can be either of the following:
A personal KRA PIN certificate (must contain name and address)
A personal bank statement issued in the last 3 months (must contain name and physical address).
A utility bill such as an internet bill.
A combination of a Kenyan Revenue Authority (KRA) Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC) AND proof of a local bank account (e.g., a recent statement or confirmation letter from a Kenyan bank).
Supporting Documentation:
Depending on your application, we may also require some supporting documentation such as:
Source of funds (if applicable)
Supplier invoices (if applicable)
Shipping records (if applicable)
License documents (if applicable)
AML policy (if applicable)
South Africa
South Africa
Limited Companies
Limited Companies
Business Information:
A valid Cor 14.3 certificate issued by the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC)
Articles/Memorandum of Association/Shareholding structure. Please provide a document clearly detailing the ownership of the business as a percentage/number of shares by natural persons. This can be the ownership Agreement (including shareholders’ organogram).
Proof of business operation: recent company bank statement in PDF format, dated within the last 3 months, and showing business transactions or a copy of your audited Financials.
Proof of business operating address. This can be either of the following:
A business bank statement issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and contain the company name and address.
A valid lease agreement
A utility bill issued in the last 3 months.
A SARS tax return statement issued in the last 1 year.
For shareholders who directly or indirectly own or control 5% or more of the business, please provide the following. (If no individual meets this threshold, please provide these documents for at least two company directors):
Identification:
Identification documents. This should be in JPEG/PNG/JPG format and can be either of the following:
A valid passport.
SA ID book or SA ID card. Please take photos of both sides.
Proof of residential address. This can be either of the following:
A personal bank statement issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and must contain name and physical address).
A utility bill issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and should contain the name and address of the person.
A valid phone bill issued in the last 3 months.
Supporting Documentation:
Depending on your application, we may also require some supporting documentation such as:
Source of funds (if applicable)
Supplier invoices (if applicable)
Shipping records (if applicable)
License documents (if applicable)
AML policy (if applicable)
Sole Traders or Sole Proprietors
Sole Traders or Sole Proprietors
Business Information:
A valid Cor 14.3 certificate issued by the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).
Proof of business operation: recent company bank statement in PDF format, dated within the last 3 months, and showing business transactions or a copy of your audited Financials.
Proof of business operating address. This can be any of the following:
A business bank statement issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and contain the company name and address.
A valid lease agreement
A utility bill issued in the last 3 months.
A SARS tax return statement issued in the last 1 year.
Identification:
Identification documents. This should be in JPEG/PNG/JPG format and can be either of the following:
A valid passport.
SA ID book or SA ID card. Please take photos of both sides.
Proof of residential address. This can be either of the following:
A personal bank statement issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and must contain name and physical address).
A utility bill issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and should contain the name and address of the person.
A valid phone bill issued in the last 3 months.
Supporting Documentation:
Depending on your application, we may also require some supporting documentation such as:
Source of funds (if applicable)
Supplier invoices (if applicable)
Shipping records (if applicable)
License documents (if applicable)
AML policy (if applicable)
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Limited Companies
Limited Companies
Business Information:
A valid Certificate of Incorporation issued by Companies House. This should be in PDF format.
Proof of business operation: recent company bank statement in PDF format, dated within the last 3 months, and showing business transactions or a copy of your audited Financials.
Proof of business operating address. This can be either of the following:
A business bank statement issued within the last 3 months.
A business utility bill issues within the last 3 months.
A HMRC tax document issued in the last 1 year.
For shareholders who directly or indirectly own or control 25% or more of the business, please provide the following. (If no individual meets this threshold, please provide these documents for at least two company directors):
Identity Documentation:
Identification documents. This should be in JPEG/PNG/JPG format and can be either of the following:
A valid passport.
A national ID card or drivers licence. Please take photos of both sides.
Proof of residential address. This can be either of the following:
A personal bank statement issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and must contain name and physical address).
A utility bill issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and should contain the name and address of the person.
Supporting Documentation:
Depending on your application, we may also require some supporting documentation such as:
Source of funds (if applicable)
Supplier invoices (if applicable)
Shipping records (if applicable)
License documents (if applicable)
AML policy (if applicable)
Sole Traders or Sole Proprietors
Sole Traders or Sole Proprietors
Business Information:
A valid Certificate of Incorporation issued by Companies House. This should be in PDF format.
Proof of business operation: recent company bank statement in PDF format, dated within the last 3 months, and showing business transactions or a copy of your audited Financials.
Proof of business operating address. This can be either of the following:
A business bank statement.
A business utility bill.
A HMRC tax document issued in the last 1 year.
For shareholders who directly or indirectly own or control 25% or more of the business please provide the following. (If no individual meets this threshold, please provide these documents for at least two company directors):
Identification:
Identification documents. This should be in JPEG/PNG/JPG format and can be either of the following:
A valid passport.
A national ID card or drivers licence. Please take photos of both sides.
Proof of residential address. This can be either of the following:
A personal bank statement issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and must contain name and physical address).
A utility bill issued in the last 3 months. This should be in PDF format and should contain the name and address of the person.
Supporting Documentation:
Depending on your application, we may also require some supporting documentation such as:
Source of funds (if applicable)
Supplier invoices (if applicable)
Shipping records (If applicable)
License documents (if applicable)
AML policy (if applicable)